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11235 Hunters Pond, CreVe Coeur offered at $2,190,000

This stunning Johnson Development Co. built home is situated on over an acre of land and has over 9,500 square feet of living space! Walking in, you are greeted by a gorgeous marble foyer and 2 story living room with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the picturesque swimming pool.

The breakfast and hearth rooms flow openly to the gourmet kitchen that will have every chef dreaming with custom counters and top of the line appliances. Each of the 6 bedrooms features their own private bathroom! In the fabulous lower level you will find a custom wine cellar, wet bar, family room, fitness room, batting cage and much more. With all that plus a bonus room, beautifully crafted millwork, and 4 car garage, you are bound to fall in love with this spectacular home!

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Spectacular wooded lot, just under four acres, situated on private cul de sac with lovely pool & charming gazebo. The main level features a 2 story entry & light filled Great Room plus formal LR & DR. Spacious master suite. Finished Lower level walkout has family room, game room, bedroom, office & 2 full baths. Perfect for family living & entertaining! $1,075,000 Mark Ciapciak 314-740-5971 mark.ciapciak@pruall.com

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CONTENTS EDITOR’S NOTE

SOCIETY THE NUMBERS ARE STAGGERING: HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF people have been displaced and thousands more have yet to be accounted for in the wake of the super-typhoon that devastated the Philippines last week. I’ve received many caring calls, texts and emails from friends, colleagues and even strangers, asking if anyone in my family was affected. Fortunately, most of the Muycos live in Manila, which was spared from Haiyan’s wrath. But that sense of relief was fleeting, as seeing the images of those left hungry and hurting overwhelmed me. All I could think of was my well-stocked pantry and a hall closet full of toiletries and first-aid items...

This week, I reached out to the St. Louis-based Filipino American Association of Missouri (FAAMO). The latest census numbers show there are approximately 5,000 Filipino-Americans locally. The group’s president, Noli Vasallo, says he’s spoken with St. Louisans who are still waiting to hear word from relatives in the storm-stricken areas. With help from the American Red Cross, FAAMO has set up a fund for victims (faamo.org), or you may donate directly to the Philippine Red Cross (redcross.org.ph).

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ON THE COVER: Women’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis, which supports organizations that provide education, outreach and services for at-risk women and girls, will hold the fundraising gala, Making a Difference: Moving Forward, Moving Up, on Nov. 21 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. Pictured on the cover: (Top row) Vicki Dawkins, Ali Kindle, Justine Craig-Meyer. (Bottom row) Jan Hendrickson, Eulonda Nevels. For more information, call 780-3956 or visit wfstl.org. THE STORY BEGINS ON PAGE 20.

WE’RE SORRY: On p. 28 of our Oct. 4 issue, we incorrectly identified the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s St. Louis Young Professionals board, which recently added five new members to its group.

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More New Listings 7501 York Drive (Clayton). Dramatic and architecturally significant, this second floor condo has its own private entrance and three bedrooms! The many updates throughout enhance the original and sophisticated architecture. $469,000 12424 Cape Cod Dr. (Unincorporated). A life of comfort awaits in this cute three-bedroom bungalow with a great room-to-room flow. A first floor master suite, hardwood floors and nicely sized yard, this home is a great investment or prime for a do-it-yourselfer. $159,000 1425 Willow Brook Cove #1 (St. Louis County). What a stylish condo completely renovated in 2002! An attractive listing with two bedrooms, two full baths and an airy open floor plan. Also has an updated kitchen with granite tops. $104,900

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1205 Pembroke Drive (Webster Groves). Charm best describes this 1.5 story, two bedroom brick home. Stained glass windows, arched entries, warming wood floors are some of the countless features. Very comfortable finished lower level! $133,900

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HUGE REDUCTION at 12911 Ray Trog (St. Louis). An eclectic unit with much to offer.

The kitchen is naturally lit up by a large bay. A combo living/dining room has a walkout to a comfortable deck. The master suite is built for royalty courtesy of the lovely bath with double sinks, Jacuzzi style tub, gas fireplace and walkout to deck. Motivated seller! $199,900

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1. 2336 Sportsmen Hill Drive ● Chesterfield

$273,500

Show-stopping Roy Beal-built Colonial will have you at hello with its pretty red door, transom and side light accents, and attractive dentil trim. Stunning slate entry flanked by formal living/dining rooms both boasting hardwood. The living room opens to the wonderful family room with pretty millwork, fireplace and access to the beautifully landscaped yard with stone patio. Loop back around to the light-filled and updated kitchen with gorgeous granite.

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2. 13051 Thornhill Drive ● Town & Country

$689,900

Move-in ready to enjoy the holidays in this completely renovated ranch! The new kitchen is filled with high-end appliances and boasts new custom cabinets and granite tops. The large dining room with new carpet and bay window has French doors leading to an office/study with built-ins shelves. The cozy master suite has a bay window and crown molding while the lower level walks out to a beautiful stone patio surrounded by exceptional landscaping and botanical wonders. A floor to ceiling brick fireplace is the focal point of the lower level family room with a wonderful kitchen. OPEN SUNDAY 1 - 3.

3. 1300 Log Cabin Lane ● Ladue

$2,345,000

Intelligent attention to detail and sophisticated design unite and define this one of a kind home. Original owner took seven years to plan this home and now it has been completely perfected. Amenities like Portuguese limestone floors, custom Honduran mahogany shoji-style sliding doors, and Brazilian cherry hardwood floors make it absolutely stunning. There’s even an 800-bottle temperature controlled wine room!

4. 5 Shelbourne Wood Court ● Weldon Spring

$619,900

Richly appointed atrium ranch has all the bells and whistles with breathtaking views of Whitmoor’s private golf hole #9. Open, bright and airy is the interior. The gourmet kitchen with granite counters, center island, planning desk, and more than spacious breakfast room opens to a wrap-around deck and screened porch. Dramatic vaulted great room with stone fireplace, wood floors and a wall of windows will be the center of entertaining.

5. 1 Fordyce Lane ● Ladue

$2,295,000

Significantly restored and renovated, this elegant, white-washed brick home sits on 2.75 acres. The current owners have paid great attention to detail throughout resulting in lovely, stylish spaces that are perfect for today’s lifestyle. Architectural features abound with a variety of deep plaster moldings, handcrafted millwork, arched doorways, and multiple fireplaces. There is plenty of room in which to spread out with five plus bedrooms.

6. 6956 Pershing Avenue ● University City

$364,000

A motivated seller and a recent fabulous reduction, this lovely sun-filled Ames Place home is loaded with charm and original arts and crafts accents.

Leaded glass windows hug the stately front door and grace the living and dining rooms. The house has been updated to reflect its architecture. Four bedrooms, updated baths... all a short distance from Wash U, Clayton, Metrolink and surrounding area.

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1751 N. Woodlawn Avenue (Ladue).

$4,700,000

4548 McCausland (St. Louis).

$189,900

2 Bellerive Country Club (T & C).

$2,295,000

438 Sunningwell Drive (Webster Groves).

$185,000

42 Grand Meridien (Wildwood).

$1,750,000

6912 Waldemar (St.Louis).

$183,900

608 East Monroe (Kirkwood).

$1,699,000

173 Bertrand (Mehlville).

$135,000

18 Country Life Acres (St. Louis).

$1,595,000

5376 Odell (St. Louis).

$129,900

230 Linden (University City).

$1,475,000

5178 Goethe (St. Louis).

$124,900

18 Washington Terrace (St. Louis).

$1,295,000

9405 Evandale (Affton).

$119,900

9821 Log Cabin Court (Ladue). ●

$1,100,000

53 Hillcrest (Winchester).

$99,000

1924 Muir Woods (Town & Country).

$1,098,000

244 Ballwin Avenue (Ballwin).

$98,500

8062 South Drive (Richmond Heights).

$1,095,000

6836 Vernon Avenue (University City).

$95,000

11632 Conway Road (Westwood).

$829,000

13978 Meursault (Town & Country).

$729,000

Condos, Villas, Town Homes

#5 Elm (Glendale).

$650,000

12416 Questover Manor Ct. (Creve Coeur). $679,000

17614 Bridgeway Circle Dr. (Chesterfield). $629,000

13344 Fairfield Circle (Town & Country).

1424 Haarmon Oaks Drive (Wildwood).

$615,000

527 Middleton Court (Kirkwood).

16477 Horseshoe Ridge (Chesterfield).

$599,000

14002 Baywood Villages Dr. (Chesterfield). $465,000

8 Creekwood (Ladue).

$549,000

1303 Oaktree Estates (Chesterfield).

$429,900

125 North Hanley (Clayton). ●

$539,000

6340 Clayton Rd. #307 (Richmond Hgts).

$359,000

7447 Somerset Avenue (Clayton).

$494,000

6221 Northwood, 1E. (St. Louis).

$345,000

7270 Maryland Avenue (University City).

$479,000

801 South Skinker 8B (St. Louis).

$249,000

18101 Melrose (Wildwood).

$459,000

379 North Taylor 1E (Central West End).

$220,000

6136 Westminster (St. Louis).

$456,000

12911 Ray Trog Court (St. Louis)

$199,900

23 Brook Mill Lane (Town & Country).

$444,000

8070 Watkins Dr, 2W (Clayton).

$199,000

16 Topping Lane (Des Peres).

$429,000

7015 Dartmouth Ave., 1st Floor (U. City).

$197,000

2332 Putter Lane (Crystal Lake Park).

$422,500

1128 Big Bend Crossing (Valley Park). ★ $164,900

629 Meramec View Drive (Eureka).

$319,900

13543 Coliseum (Chesterfield).

$148,000

5405 Chapelford (Shrewsbury).

$299,900

1062 Cedargate Drive (Kirkwood).

$139,900

7215 Pershing Avenue (University City).

$299,900

12049 Autumn Lakes Dr. (Maryland Hgts). $115,000

57 Waverton (Ladue).

$299,900

2023 Silent Spring Dr. (Maryland Hgts).

15552 Valley Branch (Chesterfield).

$299,900

123 W. Woodbine, #I (Kirkwood).

$83,900

4355 Maryland Ave. #208 (St. Louis).

$79,000

957 Providence Avenue (Webster Groves). $278,900 919 Brownell (Glendale)

$255,000

116 Lea Meadows Drive (Ballwin).

$240,000

1526 Holly Drive (Webster Groves).

$234,900

1007 Brownell Avenue (Glendale).

$235,000

828 West Lockwood (Glendale).

$189,900

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$114,900

Lots and Acreage 45 Trent Drive (Ladue).

$1,095,000

3 & 5 Washington Terrace (St. Louis).

$399,000

919 Brownell (Glendale).

$255,000

18059 Melrose (Wildwood).

$120,000

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Jean and Dave Edmonds

T WAS MORE THAN JUST A GALA AS Covenant House Missouri held its sixth annual Stan Musial Hall of Fame Gala at the Four Seasons Hotel. It also was a celebration of the 15th anniversary of Covenant House Missouri, as well as a time to remember Stan and Lillian Musial, and the couple’s special ties to Covenant House. Serving as hosts for the evening were Lou and Jackie Brock. During the program, guests heard about all the ways Covenant House Missouri shelters and empowers teens in the community. The program was followed by a special after-party at Cielo.

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Donna Kindl, Diane Compardo

Debra Hollingsworth, Jennifer Hayes, Lauren Stacye

Meghan King, Jim Edmonds, Jackie and Lou Brock

Loretta and Jim Hackett, Sharon and Vic Zitzmann, Bill and Mary Suntrup

Charles Pearson, Dan Woods, Debbie McWard, Julie Woods, Dick McWard

Jackie Pollvogt, Dennis Schmidt, Jackie Paletta, Dave Ryan

Rachel Keller-Brown, Charlie Dooley

Chris Ross, Anne Thomasson

Lynn Fruend, Luanne Beumer, Susan Petersen, Linda Purcell, Scheree Fruend

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Catholic Student Center

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HE CATHOLIC STUDENT CENTER at Washington University held its annual Newman Gala and Auction at The Ritz-Carlton. Newmanfest was this year’s theme, and the evening featured beer tastings, an auction, dinner and dancing. Money raised will assist the development of student leaders in the church and community. Archbishop Robert Carlson was on-hand to receive this year’s Newman Award. Dena and Kevin O’Malley served as co-chairs.

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OLLOWING A PERFORMANCE AT The Sheldon of Alarm Will Sound, guests attended a VIP reception hosted

by Ken and Nancy Kranzberg to mingle and celebrate the acclaimed musical ensemble’s second ‘St. Louis Season.’ In addition to performances at The Sheldon, the band has partnered with the Community Music School at Webster University as part of its continuing commitment to the Midwest. Alarm Will Sound musicians, who are 2013-2014 artists in-residence at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, will return to St. Louis for three more performances this season.

Dale Bilyeu, Lynn Maupin

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Glennon Guild

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HE GLENNON GUILD HELD ITS 35th annual Fashion Show Boutique and Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton.

Guests shopped at a number of boutique vendors and bought raffle tickets for fabulous prizes before entering the ballroom for a luncheon and fashion show. Proceeds from the event benefit telemedicine services at SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center.

Karen Hempstead, Peggy Ritter

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38 West Brentmoor Park, Clayton Offered at $2,295,000.

8 Long Meadows Lane, Town & Country Offered at $2,220,000. Open 11/17, 1-4 PM.

10 Overbrook Drive, Ladue Offered at $2,175,000.

5105 Lindell Boulevard, CWE Offered at $1,849,000.

26 Westmoreland Place, CWE New Listing. Offered at $1,249,500.

22 Dromara Road, Ladue Offered at $1,695,000.

729 Highway H, Troy Offered at $1,395,000.

1178 Hampton Park, Richmond Heights Offered at $995,000.

6127 Lindell Boulevard, CWE Offered at $950,000.

45 Clermont Lane, Ladue Offered at $695,000.

300 Ladue Oaks, Creve Coeur Offered at $789,000.

153 Brooktrail Court, Creve Coeur New Listing. $695,000. Open 11/17, 12-1:30 PM.

3 Devondale Lane, Frontenac Offered at $495,000.

739 Oriental Lily, O’Fallon Offered at $487,500.

10140 Conway Road, Ladue New Listing. Offered at $347,000.

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9 Portland Court, CWE Offered at $445,900.

1012 Port Diane Drive, Pattonville Schools New Listing. $239,900. Open 11/17, 1-3 PM.

7464 Woodlawn Colonial Lane, Shrewsbury Offered at $299,000.

11 BALCON ESTATES, Creve Coeur. $924,900.

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9960 HOLLISTON COURT, Ladue. $800,000.

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2 MIDPARK LANE, Ladue. $775,000.

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1088 McKNIGHT ORCHARD, Richmond Heights. $649,900. 1-3 PM 7464 WOODLAWN COLONIAL LN., Shrewsbury. $299,000. 1-3 PM 917 NORTH SPOEDE ROAD, Creve Coeur. $284,900. 1-3 PM

6177 Washington Boulevard, St. Louis New Listing. $289,900. Open 11/17, 1-3 PM.

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5645 Reber Place, St. Louis Offered at $178,900.

$1,185,000

5645 REBER PLACE, St. Louis.

$178,900

10 COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, Town & Country.

$1,175,000

1042 NORTH GEYER ROAD, Kirkwood.

$176,900

26 WESTMORELAND PLACE, CWE. Classic Georgian home

733 MIDDLE POLO DRIVE, Clayton.

$1,099,999

476 SETON HALL COURT, Valley Park.

$169,900

on a double lot that features a beautiful staircase, paneled library,

5 HUNTLEIGH DOWNS, Frontenac.

$1,095,000

1564 RATHFORD DRIVE, Parkway Schools.

$159,900

very large kitchen, brick terrace and 3-car garage.

1178 HAMPTON PARK DRIVE, Richmond Heights. $995,000

412 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, St. Peters.

$156,000

16519 KINGSPOINTE LAKE LANE, Clarkson Valley. $979,000

7211 DALE AVENUE, Richmond Heights.

$137,000

153 BROOKTRAIL COURT, Creve Coeur. This fabulous home

12801 BELLERIVE SPRINGS DRIVE, Creve Coeur. $969,000

boasts 4BR/3f2hBA situated on a beautiful half-acre, with

6127 LINDELL BOULEVARD, CWE.

common ground beyond. $695,000. Open 11/17, 12-1:30 PM

11 BALCON ESTATES, Creve Coeur.

$924,900

72 CLERMONT LANE, Ladue.

$839,000

10140 CONWAY ROAD, Ladue. Charming cottage with great

9960 HOLLISTON COURT, Ladue.

$800,000

322 CARLYLE LAKE DRIVE, Creve Coeur.

$699,000

traditional style and curb appeal. Terrific eat-in kitchen, expansive

17929 GREYABBEY COURT, Chesterfield.

$799,900

155 N. HANLEY, UNITS 204-205, University City.

$675,000

deck, master suite with private bath and 2-car garage. $347,000

5 ROAN LANE, Ladue.

$799,000

527 NORTH AND SOUTH, University City.

$629,900

7908 KINGSBURY BLVD., Old Town Clayton.

$795,000

801 SOUTH SKINKER, #12A, St. Louis.

$499,000

150 DIELMAN ROAD, Ladue.

$789,000

9 PORTLAND COURT, CWE.

$445,900

300 LADUE OAKS, Creve Coeur.

$789,000

625 SOUTH SKINKER, #1202, St. Louis.

$425,000

conveniences of today’s lifestyle. $289,900. Open 11/17, 1-3 PM

2 MIDPARK LANE, Ladue.

$775,000

750 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #350, Clayton.

$392,000

710 SOUTH HANLEY ROAD, #17A, Clayton.

$379,000

RESIDENTIAL HOMES

7564 WYDOWN BLVD., UNIT 2A, Clayton.

$299,000

51 BRIARCLIFF, Ladue.

$745,000

917 NORTH SPOEDE ROAD, Creve Coeur.

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Kudos to KEN MIESNER’S FLOWERS and floral designer NICK DECKER, who recently earned first-place honors in Teleflora’s 29th annual Flowers & Design Contest. This year’s theme, The Second Time Around, solicited bridal bouquet designs for a second (or third or fourth) wedding. Decker’s winning entry featured an arrangement of roses and ranunculus with some succulents, sponge mushrooms, hypericum berries, sprouting curly willow and grevillea flowers—perfect for a garden or at-home ceremony.

The CITY OF CLAYTON is throwing the ‘Party of the Century’ to celebrate its centennial year. The Nov. 29 event at The Ritz-Carlton will include cocktails and nostalgic appetizers (think Parkmoor sliders and Famous-Barr French onion soup), as well as live entertainment and a Champagne toast.

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WOMEN’S FOUNDATION OF GREATER ST. LOUIS

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BY BRITTANY NAY

In an effort to change those statistics, the Women’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis will hold a fundraiser, Making a Difference: Moving Forward, Moving Up, on Nov. 21 at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac. The gala will spotlight two of the city’s most influential women: Pam Nicholson and Beth Fitzgerald.

Nicholson will speak about breaking through the glass ceiling on the way to her current position as the first woman and first person outside of the Taylor family to lead Enterprise Holdings, the largest privately held company in St. Louis. “She is regularly recognized as one of Forbes’ most powerful women, and she is continually dedicated to helping women not only in the workforce, but also in the community through her nonprofit work,” Hendrickson notes.

Also at the gala, Fitzgerald, executive director of The Magic House, will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. “She is another example of a woman who has reached the pinnacle of her chosen career,” Hendrickson says. The event theme,

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The foundation, which awarded $50,000 in grants to a dozen organizations last year, supports nonprofits that focus on education and professional development for women and girls, domestic violence prevention and services for formerly incarcerated women. Recent grant recipients have included Girls on the Run, Haven of Grace, Immigrant & Refugee Women’s Program, Legal Advocates for Abused Women, Lydia’s House, Redevelopment Opportunities for Women, Women in Charge and The Women’s Safe House. “Less than 10 percent of nonprofits support programs for women and girls; and of all the dollars that are given, it is still much less than needed,” Hendrickson says.

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’M STARTING TO THINK THAT MAYBE, JUST maybe, St. Louis is still a beer town. This month, we bring you the story of Tom Schlafly, the man once touted as the beer ‘baronet’ of St. Louis. It was 22 years ago that Schlafly had the audacity to think that he could start a microbrewery in the hometown of the King of Beers.

No doubt St. Louis still loves its Bud, but since the InBev takeover of Anheuser-Busch, Schlafly has become the largest American-owned brewery in St. Louis. “In the 1980s, there were a lot of microbreweries opening in other cities, and I figured someone was going to be doing it successfully in St. Louis— and I thought if I didn’t try, I’d be kicking myself,” Schlafly remembers. “If I tried and failed, so be it.

But I didn’t want to be looking back 20 years later and wishing that I would have had the gumption to start a brewery.”

Schlafly got the very first microbrewery license in the state of Missouri. And in 1991, along with co-founder Dan Kopman, he opened the first new brewery in St. Louis since prohibition in a formerly abandoned building downtown, in an area that was used to film the movie Escape from New York starring Kurt Russell. (You’ve got to rent this movie to see how bad downtown was back then.) It didn’t take much to make that part of the city look like post-apocalyptic Manhattan. What is now The Schlafly Tap Room is easy to pick out in the film: If Russell’s Snake Plissken would have walked past the front gate 10 years later, he could have stopped in for a Schlafly Pale Ale. The transformation of that part of downtown and the area in Maplewood where Schlafly Bottleworks now stands is something Schlafly is especially proud of. “It’s not only gratifying to see that craft beer is accepted in St Louis, but I’m also a huge booster of the city and those communities are much better now than when we first moved in.”

So, 20-plus years later, Schlafly’s official title with the brewery is still chairman; however, he has very little to do with the day-to-day operations.

He’s the company’s largest shareholder, owning 20 percent; but a few years back, he sold the major part of the company to local investors with the intent of keeping the business in St. Louis.

Schlafly has made enough money that he could retire and live anywhere in the world he wants. But as he approaches his 65th birthday, he still goes to his office at Thompson Coburn, where he’s an attorney and partner, and he still serves on the board of a major mutual fund. He remains adamant that he has no intention of leaving St. Louis. “We don’t have the culture of Paris, the beaches of San

Diego or the mountains of Denver, but I just feel a sense of ownership and pride when I go through St. Louis,” he says with that Where did you go to high school? glow, “I love to go to Chicago and see people with Cardinals hats; and now, to be out of town and see someone with a Schlafly hat or T-shirt—that’s a rush in itself.”

He’s gushing like a tour guide about his love for all things St. Louis, rattling off the names of cultural institutions and Forest Park, where he says he likes to bring guests from out of town just to see their “jaws drop.” But his civic heart belongs to the St. Louis Public Library: Schlafly has served on its board under four mayors and has helped champion the dramatic restoration of the historic main library building downtown.

Because of the success of his beer, Schlafly realizes he’s been able to do a lot of other good things

in the community. “I feel a connection with the community. It’s small enough that someone like me can make a difference—if I lived in New York or L.A., I’d just get lost.”

In spite of his work with the library and his other community involvement, Schlafly’s lasting legacy in St. Louis will undoubtedly be the emergence of the city’s craft brewing industry. “Beer helped put St. Louis on the map, and even though A-B is no longer headquartered here, the beer culture is very much alive,” he notes. “We are coming out of the shadow of Anheuser-Busch. A-B helped build the tradition of beer in St. Louis, but there are a lot craft brewers thriving—and I’m flattered we were the first one.”

Thanks in part to Schlafly, maybe St. Louis is even more of a beer town than it’s ever been.

A native St. Louisan, Brown is a lifelong journalist, and previously served as a broadcaster for KMOX and KTRS radios and ABC 30.

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HOOSING MUSIC FOR YOUR wedding should be one of the planning stage’s more enjoyable decisions, and it should be done together as a couple.

While selecting music to celebrate your big day can be overwhelming (like everything else about the wedding), it can be simplified if you separate the decisions into ‘categories.’

There is appropriate music for religious ceremonies, as well as secular and ethnic weddings.

At almost every wedding ceremony, music is played while the guests are being seated. The next musical change should be for the formal seatings (grandparents and parents). Usually this musical selection is the same one played for the bridesmaids, but there always will be a bride who wants a separate piece played for the ‘formals’ and one for the bridal party. Remember, starting one piece and properly beginning another requires some timing.

If children are in your ceremony, they should walk after your honor attendants, but before the bride. Next, the doors will be closed. The musicians will end the selection and wait for a few seconds before beginning the bride’s music. The doors are opened, revealing the beautiful bride, who is usually escorted by her father (but, as you know, there are dozens of variations on this). The bride and her escort should enter to the most dramatic musical choice of the wedding.

Most brides will choose Mendelssohn’s classic Wedding March or Lohengrin’s Bridal Chorus (Here Comes the Bride). I have heard Handel’s Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, and the very dramatic Trumpet Voluntary by Clarke played by a trumpeter.

Other favorites include Pachelbel’s Canon in D, Beethoven’s Ode to Joy and Bach’s Jesu.

If the wedding is an Orthodox Jewish one, the bride may be accompanied by a klezmer band. In more casual ceremonies, any piece can be played. I have suggested that couples listen to Cole Porter’s

Love Songs or Oscar Peterson’s Royal Wedding Suite.

Most party stores have bridal sections and CDs with bridal music selections. You may want to invest in one to get a general overview. These include such classics as Handel’s Alla Hornpipe, Vivaldi’s Spring, and Mozart’s Adagio from Sonata in E-Flat and Eine kleine Nachtmusik. Some brides choose to have a solo sung, with some of the more popular selections being Pie Jesu (made popular by Charlotte Church), as well as the more formal Panis Angelicus and Ave Maria. I also have heard soloists perform Amazing Grace, My Girl, and even All You Need is Love.

Recessional music should be light-hearted and joyous. If you have brought in a klezmer band, the very infectious Siman Tov U’Mazal Tov evokes clapping. Some couples choose a bagpiper or even a children’s choir. Especially memorable for me were the joyous voices of a gospel group that led the couple out to their awaiting vehicle, and continued to sing as the guests left the church.

Decisions for the reception music are especially important, as music is considered the life of the party. Good bands will have guests on their feet and dancing all night long. While the

WHILE THE WEDDING RECEPTION IS A JUBILANT FEAST, THE CELEBRATION OF WHAT PRECEDED IT SHOULD HAVE A MORE SERIOUS TONE TO COMMEMORATE A MEANINGFUL RITE OF PASSAGE. wedding reception is a jubilant feast, the celebration of what preceded it should have a more serious tone to commemorate a meaningful rite of passage.

In the St. Louis area, we are blessed to have many fine chamber ensembles and string quartets, which are sometimes accompanied by a flutist or harp player. Likewise, try to find a DJ or band that will play music that best represents you as a couple.

After that, you have one more thing to do: Live happily ever after.

Wedding expert John Sullivan has worked with partner Ken Miesner for 30-plus years at Ken Miesner’s Flowers in Plaza Frontenac, where they have collaborated for some 1,200 weddings! ‘Like’ him on Facebook under ‘Wedding Wisdom,’ where guests are welcome to post pictures, and leave comments and opinions.

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SOCIE T Y

WEDDINGS & ENGAGEMENTS

BY BLAISE HART-SCHMIDT

Engagement

JEANNE HOSLER & TIMOTHY KAUFMANN Mr. and Mrs. Tim Hosler of St. Louis are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jeanne Elizabeth, to Timothy Kaufmann, son of Arthur and Rebecca Kaufmann of Bristol, Tenn.

The bride-to-be graduated from John Burroughs School in 2005, and earned a bachelor of arts from American University, where she majored in musical theater. Jeanne spent more than a decade throughout her youth performing at both The Muny and STAGES St. Louis.

The future groom received a bachelor of business administration from the College of William and Mary in 2008, with a double major in theater and business.

Currently, Jeanne and Timothy work for the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., where she is the company manager and he is the associate production manager.

The couple became engaged last November.

They are planning a winter wedding followed by a reception at Westwood Country Club.

Engagement

MOLLY MEYER & TOMMY WINGELS University in Ohio. She now works as a sales manager for Nordstrom Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

Tommy received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Miami University in Ohio and now plays for the San Jose Sharks.

After marrying, the couple will reside in San Jose, Calif., and Chicago.

Engagement

IVY BELLO & DR. HARRY G. GREDITZER IV Dr. and Mrs. Harry G. Greditzer III of Ladue are proud to announce the engagement of their son, Dr. Harry ‘Tate’ G. Greditzer IV, to Ivy Bello, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andres Bello of Miami.

The groom’s father is a physician, while his mother is a teacher at John Burroughs School.

He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Greditzer Jr. of St. Louis and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lowell of Ladue.

Tate graduated from John Burroughs School

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and Bucknell University. He is now a fourthyear radiology resident at the University of Miami-Jackson Memorial Hospital. Following his residency, he will work as a fellow at the Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell-Weill Medical Center in New York City. The bride-tobe works as a marketing accountant at Eberjey.

Tate and Ivy met on New Year’s Eve 2011. The couple will marry March 1, 2014, in Miami, and enjoy a honeymoon in the Caribbean. They will reside in Miami and New York.

HOSLER-KAUFMANN PHOTO BY JON KOCH, MEYER-WINGELS PHOTO BY RELIC PHOTOGRAPHY

Molly Meyer and Tommy Wingels are planning a July 12, 2014, wedding in Seaside, Fla. Molly is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Whity Meyer of St. Louis. Tommy is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Wingels of Wilmette, Ill. Molly graduated from Westminster Christian Academy in 2008, and received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Miami

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All Decked Out 2013

BY KATIE YEADON

PHOTOS BY WESLEY LAW

Party season is upon us! Whether it’s an afteroffice cocktail party or the elegant VP Ball, St. Louis shops are stocked with all of the festive looks you’ll need for any type of holiday soiree.

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FOR THE OFFICE PARTY Nanette Lepore sweater ($298) and skirt ($298), Neiman Marcus Bracelets, $313/$563, Vie Earrings, $5,274, Lordo’s Diamonds On page 27:

FOR THE HOLIDAY GALA Jovani dress, $485, Special Occasions Earrings, $88, Cha Boutique Pave diamond ring, $20,250, Albarre Jewlery

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FOR THE DINNER PARTY Mark & James dress, $450, Vie Black & white diamond fancy earrings, $10,930, Lordo’s Diamonds Pave diamond ring, $20,250, Albarre Jewelry Jimmy Choo heels, $995, Neiman Marcus

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FOR FESTIVE COCKTAILS Parker jumpsuit, $396, Cha Boutique Safia necklaces, $750/$800, Vie Armenta earrings, $700, Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers Armenta cuff, $3,225, Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers Steven heels, $149, Nordstrom

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FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE Mon Cheri dress, $599, Distinctions Nava Dee ring, $2,835, David Kodner Jewelry Earrings, $58, Distinctions Jimmy Choo heels, $895, Neiman Marcus Makeup by Amy Koehler, amykoehler.com Hair by Joey Manley of KINK, kinkhair.com Modeled by Galina of West Model & Talent Management, westmodelmanagement.com

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Holiday Cards & Santa Letters Compiled by Blaise Hart-Schmidt

Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library is sponsoring its annual Letter from Santa program, bringing smiles to children, young adults, parents and senior citizens alike. Those wishing to send a letter are encouraged to provide basic information about the recipient, so that Santa can write a very personal note.

Letters cost $7. Orders placed before Dec. 2 will receive a North Pole postmark. Orders placed after this deadline will receive a local postmark. All orders must be received by Dec. 16 to ensure on-time delivery.

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Set of 10 for $15.

INSIDE MESSAGE: May your Holidays be as bright as Trooper’s.

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Visit kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org/ santaletter or order letters in person at the library, 140 E. Jefferson Ave. Call 821-5770, ext. 1021, or email kplfriends@kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org.

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OVER-THE-TOP GIFTS

For Your Consideration...

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Holiday shopping can be complicated. Sometimes, the right gift isn’t just beautiful and useful, it’s memorable—much like these over-the-top luxuries. Whether you’re shopping for your first-cousin master falconer or father-in-law mixology enthusiast, these extravagant fine-department-store presents will stand far above the customary pajama sets and neck ties.

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Forevermark Ultimate Diamond Experience including trips to London and Namibia to follow your stone’s journey, $1.85 million, Neiman Marcus

Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment System with Two C SEED 78 CAT MBX Giant Outdoor Loudspeakers, $2.64 million, Neiman Marcus

Etro Poker Box, $2,014, Saks Fifth Avenue

Ralph Lauren Mixologist Box, $6,995, Saks Fifth Avenue

Jimmy Choo Charlize Embellished Suede & Metal Clutch, $5,350, Saks Fifth Avenue

Jay Strongwater Peacock Feather Frame, $2,200, Saks Fifth Avenue

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Viva il Quattroporte

BY ROBERT PASTER

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A Ladue News Special Section

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n a recent warm St. Louis night, Maserati St. Louis introduced the new fourdoor Quattroporte to a large and enthusiastic crowd gathered at Café Napoli in Clayton.

As the cover was lifted from the car, it was started: To the delight of the crowd, its engine revved, with an award-winning sonorous exhaust note, touted as scientifically proven to produce a ‘biological response’ in women.

That beautiful exhaust note originates deep within the 3.8-liter, twin-turbo, 523-horsepower V-8 engine that drives the rear wheels of the Maserati through an 8-speed automatic transmission; and can get you to 60 mph in less than five seconds. (A V-6 engine with all-wheel-drive also is available.) To make sure the performance of the car doesn’t exceed your driving talent, the Maserati stability program uses advanced electronics to restore stability if you start to skid by reducing torque and activating the brakes.

Being Italian, the new Quattroporte naturally is gorgeous, from its large g r i l l w i t h p ro m i n e n t trident mascot and the sensuous flowing body lines that would look good in spandex, to its bold rear with LED taillights, integrated spoiler and quad exhaust. Cool, highintensity bi-xenon headlights not only illuminate the road, but even rotate to aim the lamps into corners as you’re turning.

Of course, once you get in, the beauty continues in the rich soft leather that envelops the well-bolstered heated and cooled seats and real wood trim on the dash and doors. A large 8.4-inch touch-screen panel displays the controls for the car’s numerous driving and luxury settings and options. If you choose the four-door Maserati, presumably you’re going to have people riding in back, and those lucky enough to do so are treated to electrically adjustable well-bolstered seats, lots of legroom, an available four-seat configuration with an integrated center armrest with various controls, and optional video screens and folding tables. All passengers get to enjoy the Bowers & Wilkins 1280-watt premium surround-sound system specially designed for the Quattroporte. With that much power, the Italian opera to which you’re listening could blow the fancy doors off the car. Even the trunk is sufficiently sized to make the Quattroporte a fairly practical everyday commuter vehicle.

The driving experience of the powerful aluminum-intensive vehicle promises to be exhilarating, with a double-wishbone suspension up front and a multi-link system at the rear with an electronic suspension that features continuous damping shocks.

For spirited driving, the transmission can be shifted manually with steering-wheel mounted shift paddles or the gear selector.

Of course, Italian styling and performance come at a price. For $140,000, the new Quattroporte offers looks, performance, size and functional practicality, as well as an improved fuel efficiency, thanks to its new more fuel-efficient engine.

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A Holiday Tradition is Back!

It’s time for LN’s Holiday Dessert Recipe Contest!

Our expert panel of food-testers is searching for the tastiest holiday treats: a favorite pie, a batch of your best cookies or rum balls, and we’ll even take the ubiquitous fruitcake—just as long as it’s homemade (and edible!)

Drop off your dessert creation, along with the recipe, on Monday, Nov. 18, from 8:30 a.m. until noon at our office, 8811 Ladue Road, Suite D. Come prepared to be photographed with your treats. Results and recipes will be published in our Nov. 29 edition.

The top winner receives an exclusive wine dinner for two at

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FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS

A Fine Wine and Dine

BY BRITTANY NAY

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Nothing completes a decadent dining experience like the perfect pairing of fine wine and fivestar fare. Indulge in these recommendations from some of the city’s top wine connoisseurs.

PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

Cory Cuff

Tom Bush

Ryland Adams

Cielo Restaurant & Bar

Balaban’s Wine Cellar & Tapas Bar

Vino Nadoz Wine Bar & Café

When it comes to choosing the best bottle of wine in Cielo’s cellar, manager Cory Cuff notes nothing tops Gaja Sito Moresco. The rich red wine starts out with a dry, cherry taste, then finishes with a nice bit of spice on the back end, he explains. “You cannot go wrong with this wine.”

The selection’s complexity, with its high tannin and acidity levels, is strong enough to stand up to a bold dish, such as a braised lamb shank, cured by Cielo sous chef Shimon Diamond, along with winter vegetable ragout, lardo and grilled polenta (shown, opposite page). This “knockout” wine and “winning” dish make for the perfect pairing, Cuff says.

Tom Bush, retail wine manager at Balaban’s, says the best classic combination is Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon with a New York strip steak. “That’s about as good as it gets,” he says. The bold, red wine complements the steak’s heavy fat marbling, Bush explains. “Napas have a lot of tannin, which means they are big and bold, and have a lot of bite.” And a rich, chocolate dessert is the perfect ending to a meal with cabernet, he adds.

For those looking for a more unique pairing, Bush recommends an appetizer of oysters on the halfshell with muscadet, a dry, crisp, French white wine that mixes seamlessly with the seafood’s fresh, salty flavor.

There is a fine wine best-suited for each course of a meal, notes Ryland Adams, bar manager at Vino Nadoz.

When opening one of their cellar favorites—F. Weins Prum Reisling—Adams and the café’s chefs recommend enjoying the sweet white wine with with an appetizer of housemade sweet potato chips with cinnamon spice and marshmallow sauce for a sweet and spicy combination.

The spicy Cedarville Zinfandel pairs well with the rich flavor of the short rib BLT main course, Ryland says. And its Byron Chardonnay is best savored with a side of gnocchi with pumpkin, butter sage sauce and toasted hazelnuts.

For dessert, Ryland recommends muscat, a great light and sweet dessert wine, to couple with homemade apple pie and vanilla ice cream.

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MARC CHRISTIAN FINE CABINETRY 2366 Schuetz Road, 994-7111, marcchristian.com St. Louis trusts the design services and products of Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry for beautiful kitchens, baths and entire home projects. Explore the gallery in the newly launched website.

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This season, treat yourself to the gift of beautiful sleep

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Bissinger’s 97 Plaza Frontenac, 367-9750; 32 Maryland Plaza, 367-7750; bissingers.com This distinctive sampling offers a selection of confection-case favorites. You’ll taste the craftsmanship and passion in every rich, chocolaty bite.

The Back Room at The Cheshire 7036 Clayton Ave., 932-7830, backroom-stl.com The perfect gift for that hard-to-shopfor gentleman is an exclusive package at The Back Room—an intimate private lounge and tobacco shoppe.

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“TempurPedic is the most recommended brand in America, and the Tempur material is all about pressure relief,” says The Back Store owner Jonathan Hayside, who invites customers to come see—and feel—the difference for themselves. For more information, visit The Back Store at any of its four locations: Saint Louis Galleria, 725-5222; Chesterfield Mall, 636-536-1113; West County Center, 966-2225; or Plaza Frontenac, 692-2225. Find them online at stlbackstore.com.

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FitShop 14430 Clayton Road, 636-220-9227, fitshopstl.com These fun, superlightweight nylon tote bags by Electric Yoga feature the line’s signature lightning-bolt pattern, with plenty of room for all your must-haves.

Garden GateShop at the Missouri Botanical Garden 4344 Shaw Blvd., 577-5137, mobot.org

Ladue Pharmacy 9832 Clayton Road, 993-4031, laduepharmacy.com

Add some modern flare to your holiday decor with this handblown, 14-inch vase by Michael Maddy. It combines the classic Venetian technique of millefiori with contemporary dichroic elements. $375

Whether you’re looking for cuddly, cozy, classic or keepsake for the sweet baby in your life, Ladue Pharmacy has a tremendous selection of baby items, gifts and toys. Ladue Pharmacy is your one-stop gift shop!

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Liv ing The Great American Smokeout

You Quit, You Win

By Connie Mitchell

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ou don’t need to be told o n c e a ga i n h ow d a n ge rous smoking is. Yet, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that approximately one in five (American) adults smokes, and that half of them who continue to smoke will die from smoking-related causes.

To help encourage smokers to quit before it’s too late, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has designated the third Thursday of November each year as the Great American Smokeout. This year, the date is Nov. 21, but any day can be an individual’s own personal smokeout. The idea is to find a date to quit and then do so using support and tools available throughout the community.

“By quitting—even for one day—smokers will be taking an important step toward a healthier life—one that can lead to reducing cancer risk,” the ACS states on its website. While this is true, it likely will be years before the nation as a whole sees significant reductions in smoking-related disease, says one area expert.

“Lung cancer is now the No. 1 leading cause of death for both men and women among all cancers,” says Dr. Dayton Dmello with Mercy Clinic Pulmonology. “I think it’s because we’re seeing the net results of many years of smoking, and I think it’s going to take many more years to see these effects (of smoking cessation) finally manifest into a reduction of disease.”

Dmello notes that older people who have been long-time smokers may still develop smokingrelated diseases, like lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, even if they quit in their later years. But quitting has immediate benefits that make it worthwhile at any stage of life.

“When people quit smoking they feel better— they’re less short of breath, they have better taste perception, they have fewer chronic sinus conditions and respiratory infections, and their overall exercise capacity goes up,” Dmello says.

And the risk of cancer, COPD and cardiovascular disease all decrease significantly over time after an individual stops smoking.

There are many harmful compounds and carcinogens in tobacco smoke, yet the addictive nature of nicotine makes smoking cessation a difficult endeavor. Many people must try numerous times before successfully quitting for good.

Recognizing the inherent challenges to quitting, area hospitals offer smoking cessation support and programs. For example, St. Luke’s

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Hospital provides one-on-one consultation with a certified tobacco cessation counselor. “The curriculum includes information on nicotine replacement (gum and patches), stress-reduction training, cognitive restructuring, social support and relapse prevention counseling, as well as handouts and workbooks,” says Karen Lane, the hospital’s pulmonary rehabilitation coordinator.

The St. Luke’s program costs $25, and appointments can be made by calling 542-4888.

“In general, most smokers quit six to nine times before staying smoke free,” Lane says.

“If smokers try to quit because they know they should or at someone else’s prompting, they have less than a 10-percent chance of staying smokefree. Once they decide they want to quit, they are successful 70 percent of the time. Smoking cessation programs help quitters stay on track and offer suggestions for problem situations causing slip-ups or relapses.”

People who want to quit smoking also can find

“In general, most smokers quit six to nine times before staying smoke free,” Karen Lane, pulmonary rehabilitation coordinator

help online. The American Lung Association’s Freedom from Smoking program, offered as an eight-week course at many area locations, also is available online at ffsonline.org. The online program provides modules that require the participant to complete various assignments during the smoking cessation process.

Whether you quit on your own, with the help of a local support group or via an online program, consider joining in the 2013 Great American Smokeout. More information is available at cancer.org/smokeout.

HEALTH & WELLNESS SECOND-HAND SMOKE

The Risks are Real

BY CONNIE MITCHELL

If you live with or are close to someone who smokes, you probably want that person to quit for their own sake. It’s true that there are many immediate and long-term health benefits to smoking cessation. But by encouraging your loved one to quit, you also may be protecting your own health and well-being.

“Secondhand smoke has the same risk factors as someone who does smoke,” says Dr. Seema Rao, an internist with BJC Medical Group of Missouri and on staff at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. “In adults who live with a smoker or are exposed to smoke at work, secondhand smoke leads to increased risk of cardiovascular disease and lung cancer. In fact, these adults have a 25- to 30-percent increased risk of heart disease, compared to nonsmokers.

Children who are exposed to secondhand smoke have an increased incidence of asthma, respiratory tract infections and ear infections.”

Dr. Melanie Edwards, a Saint Louis University Cancer Center thoracic surgeon, notes that tobacco use is a common issue for many of her patients. In fact, she points to statistics from the World Health

Organization, which estimates about 600,000 deaths per year worldwide can be attributed to secondhand smoke exposure. “That’s less than the 6 millions deaths per year for active smokers, but it’s still significant,” she says. “In 2004, more than 25 percent of deaths from secondhand smoke were in children.”

Figures like these make it clear that smoking cessation is not just an issue for the smoker. And those living with smokers can’t simply protect themselves with commercial air purifiers, either.

“Most home air filters or purifiers are not designed to capture gaseous pollutants; and tobacco particles are so small, they are not captured, anyway,” says Ellen Brennan, a thoracic nurse navigator at the SSM St. Joseph Health Center Cancer Resource Center. “The best way to protect yourself is to encourage the person you live with to quit smoking and offer assistance and support. Not allowing any smoking in the house is the first step.”

Edwards agrees. “Once someone smokes inside a residence or an automobile, it’s very difficult to eradicate the tobacco residue,” she says. “Maintain

as many areas as possible where no smoking is done and avoid any exposure to the secondhand smoke. If the smoker is smoking outside and then comes indoors, changing clothes (and at the very least, washing hands) before touching others can decrease the risk, especially to children. A shower and washing the hair would be even better.”

Supporting a smoker who wants to quit is the best way to protect the entire household. Because smoking cessation is so difficult, assistance from family members is crucial to an individual’s efforts.

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s we approach the holiday season, chances are, you may be feeling just a little bit of stress about entertaining at home. Don’t! All you need to consider is how you are going to make your guests feel welcome and special. To that end, it really doesn’t matter what you serve, but it is important what you serve it on!

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Get out your dishes and china that you save for ‘special occasions.’ There is nothing more special than spending time with friends and family; and it is just as easy to wash a pretty plate, as it is a plain one. I encourage you to use your better things more often—life is not a dress rehearsal! Presentation is everything: Even Celery stuffed with cream cheese arranged on a pretty dish just looks and tastes better!

Use your silver. I know, you hate to take the time to polish those family heirlooms and wedding gifts.

Here is your solution: Take your silver utensils and platters to a reputable plating company and have them polish and lacquer it. You will never have to polish it again!

Containers for your floral arrangements can be whimsical, campy, traditional, contemporary, simple or ornate. Get out Aunt Bertha’s vase that you inherited and fill it with flowers. If you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself, call your favorite professional florist. Think outside the box: Brass urns, antique juice glasses, epergnes, pots de crème and English biscuit boxes all make for an interesting container, as well as a great conversation starter.

If you or your guests are allergic to flowers, use interesting statuary at the center of your table.

Royal Doulton figurines grouped on a tray or a pretty tablecloth are perfect for a ladies’ luncheon.

Use candles after 5 p.m. No one looks good in bright light after that hour, enough said.

Plan a color scheme. Blue and white, for example, mixes well with most colors and has been gracing tables ever since the Silk Road opened up with Marco Polo. Sometimes, having a color scheme makes the host’s or hostess’ job easier. Carry out

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your theme with cocktail napkins, table linens and stemware, if you can.

Be creative with your napkins: Tassels, Italian floral hooks and ribbon, as well as store-bought rings, can be used in different incarnations. Folding the napkin differently or placing it under the plate so it cascades onto the tablecloth is a simple but effective way to introduce color and contrast to your table.

Place cards make everyone feel special. Use traditional ones, or use fronts of holiday cards from years past to brighten up the table. Using a picture of your guest in a decorative frame is another way to identify their place of honor at your table and also

provide them with a parting gift.

Mix and Match. Occasionally, we have incomplete sets of china we just hate to part with.

Introduce them to other patterns and create a oneof-a-kind table setting. Use those mismatched plates for your hors d’oeuvres, as well. What a great way to dress up the first course!

Most important, have fun and don’t worry if something doesn’t go as planned. I once had a black-tie dinner where the main course (tenderloin) was not ready on cue. I served another cocktail, and everyone had a great time and left with a memory!

Happy entertaining! Cheers!

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IFE IS BUT A DREAM IN THIS STUNning custom home: Guests will be wowed by the custom curved stairway in the 2-story foyer, which leads to the formal dining room and dramatic second-level gallery. The gallery overlooks a 2-story great room with a wall of windows and stone masonry fireplace. Granite countertops, top-of-the-line appliances and custom Crystal cabinetry make cooking easy. The kitchen flows to a breakfast room with coffered ceilings, and a hearth room with yet another stone full masonry fireplace. A wall of windows overlooks the 1-acre estate, featuring a landscaped yard and private, in-ground saltwater pool. The main-floor master suite includes a spa-like master bath, complete with a whirlpool, separate shower and double sinks. And work from home with a study accessible from both the master bedroom and foyer.

Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bath, provide plenty of space for the whole family. Downstairs, a finished, walkout lower level is overflowing with amenities, including game, media and workout rooms, a full kitchen, full bath and sleeping area. A central vacuum system, French doors and bay windows are just a few of the amenities that make this home a treasure.

A 1.5-story, 4-bedroom and 5-full and 2-half bath home in Town & Country is listed for $1.85 million.

For more than 35 years, Prudential Alliance Realtors has served the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. The company operates seven branch locations with more than 400 agents in four major counties, making it one of the largest residential real estate brokerages in the area. Prudential Alliance offers one-stop shopping services, including corporate relocation, new homes marketing, commercial sales, and mortgage, title and home warranty products.

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HE INTRICATE DETAILS IN THIS custom, Colonial home exude luxury. A sweeping circular staircase and custom trompe l’oeil murals are guaranteed to wow guests. Hosting a small get-together or large soiree is painless, thanks to the breakfast bar, center island, eat-in kitchen, walk-in pantry, hearth room and breakfast room. French doors, cathedral ceilings and special millwork are highlighted by the natural light permeating the home through floor-to-ceiling and transom windows. A whirlpool, full bath, separate shower and double sinks in the master suite provide comfort and options, and a main-floor guest suite, combined with the 2-story living room, gives space to every member of the family. The finished basement includes a full kitchen and exercise, recreation, billiard and massage rooms.

The livin’ truly is easy at this gorgeous home, with a central vacuum system to make cleaning a breeze. The heated 3-car garage negates ever having to wake up early in the winter to start the car. Soak in the delights of the almost-acre lot while relaxing in the four-season sun room, on the wrap-around deck, under the pergola or by the in-ground pool.

A 5-bedroom, 6-full and 2-half bath Colonial-style home in the Parkway Central School District is listed for $1.35 million.

For more than 35 years, Prudential Alliance Realtors has served the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. The company operates seven branch locations with more than 400 agents in four major counties, making it one of the largest residential real estate brokerages in the area. Prudential Alliance offers one-stop shopping services, including corporate relocation, new homes marketing, commercial sales, and mortgage, title and home warranty products.

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Carol Butler and Juli-Ann Felsher, 630-3165, 303-3232, prudentialalliance.com

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“Since day one, the people have always been extremely friendly, and we immediately felt right at home,” said Don Svoboda. “We were impressed how much the staff treats us like one of their own family, and the other residents are so welcoming too.”

The Willows’ retirement residences, sponsored by St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System, are located on a 26-acre campus in Chesterfield. Many different floor plans are available, from roomy 1,000 square foot apartments all the way up to the 2,600 square foot Orchid residence.

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The Willows offers gracious apartments, an indoor pool, spa, fitness center, and the Centerstage entertainment complex, which houses a 130-seat theater, art gallery, wine cellar, sculpture garden, two restaurants, billiard room, and an art studio.

“There’s just so much to do here,” added Doris Svoboda. “We love the big theater at Centerstage, which always has such delightful events.”

Living at The Willows assures homeowners peace of mind, knowing that their future is secure no matter how their needs change. The Willows is part of the continuum of care services at Brooking Park, which provides assisted living, skilled nursing care, memory care, and Medicare rehabilitation. Brooking Park also recently received recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 list of “Best Nursing Homes in Missouri”, a reflection of its 5-star overall performance rating.

The Willows residences are designed for the comforts of “aging in place”, with wider doorways and hallways, higher countertops, lever door handles, no steps, and maintenance-free living inside and out.

“Not having to think about maintenance issues gives us more time to spend with family and friends, and really helps us to worry less,” Mr. Svoboda said.

“When you consider all that’s included with our apartment, living here is really one of the best values in the area.”

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Even with all the special features of their apartment, the Svobodas enjoy their view the most.

“We’re out on the deck every day, and we love all that sunshine that streams into our home – it brightens up the place so much!”

There will be a special showing of the Lavender apartment home on Wednesday, November 20th from 1 to 3 pm, when guests will have an opportunity to see for themselves what makes the space so unique and inviting. To RSVP, or for more information about life at The Willows, please call 314-456-1671 or visit their website at www.NewWillows.com. If you cannot make the Open House on November 20th, call them to arrange a personal viewing of the apartment.

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ULL OUT THE STEPLADDER, LINE UP THE CLIPS AND unroll the coils of light—it is time to put that annual magic into the night air! A yearly ritual for many families, hanging the holiday lights on the roof and trimming the trees in glowing strands marks a seasonal celebration of exuberance. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanza, Christmas or the Winter Solstice, putting light into the evening landscape is a good way to brighten and enjoy the cold, bare December garden and create a welcoming entry to your home.

Night Lighting in the Winter Garden The type of outdoor lighting you use often depends on your own cultural heritage and sense of style. Families with children may use illuminated figures of Santa and red-nosed reindeer. Religious households display stars or Madonna with child or oversized menorahs.

Purists opt for white-bulb-only linear strings. The perennially youngat-heart might want dancing lights and flashy multi-colored strings.

Popular trends in more recent years include foot-long icicle strands and crisscross nets to toss over shrubbery. My particular favorite practice is to line the driveway and front walk with paper bag and real candle luminaries for that special holiday party.

This year, the Missouri Botanical Garden has its own lighting display. Called Garden Glow, the nighttime exhibit will highlight historic and special features of the Garden, including the Maze, Climatron, Linnaean House courtyard and Tower Grove House. The installation uses highly energy efficient LED (light emitting diode) displays. Deborah Frank, the Garden’s VP of Sustainability, enthusiastically embraces the new LED technology for its huge energy efficiency and controllability of spectrum.

“Garden Glow will use one-tenth the amount of energy as the lantern festival in 2012,” Frank says. Recent changes in light bulb engineering account for much of this significant savings in energy consumption. In addition, Ameren is donating carbon-offset credits for the run of the show.

The Garden’s Horticulture staff has been involved in the production of Garden Glow from the beginning. Particular care is being taken to minimize the impact of the show on the plant collections. Most of the lights are wrapped around trees, but some installations have required special supports, including frames for lighted nets and protective staking to keep foot traffic out of beds. When heavy wires are attached directly to trees, soft rubber hoses protect the bark with the same methods we already use to stake new trees at planting time.

Innovative displays will include a new, custom-designed lightstick style that will illuminate the beds between the Tram Shelter and the Climatron; and tiny, pinpoint pearl lights used as tree wraps in the Zimmerman Sensory Garden. There even will be a section of Continued on page 60

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Bring in the New! Many people have asked about the effect of lights on trees and other garden plants. If we lived in Southern California, the answer would be different; but here in Missouri, our trees lose their leaves and perennials go dormant. This is important because the primary pigments in plants that are affected by light are in the leaves and green stems.

In the winter, most plants have dropped their leaves and soft stems are now frozen down to the ground with winter. During this season, the temperatures are so cold that almost all internal metabolism slows down or shuts off, even in evergreens such as conifers, boxwood and holly. Those processes may start up again with warm conditions whether from a sunny winter week or excessive heat from incandescent light bulbs. Water begins flowing through the plants on these sunny days and must be replaced for them to remain healthy and prevent winter burn. For this reason, it’s important to water your evergreens in the winter even though it seems an odd season to water. The chances of stimulating your plants to break dormancy with LED lights on cold winter nights in Missouri is low. Old-fashioned incandescent bulbs, from which nearly 95 percent of the energy consumed is released as heat and only

5 percent converted to light, could be a problem for plants, and should no longer be used.

As you plan this year’s holiday display for your own garden, set aside some time to shop for new fixtures. The advances in lighting technology are amazing! The new LED holiday lights have no moving parts, will last many years longer than the old incandescent strings and use only a fraction of the energy of the older bulbs. One old-style, 15-watt incandescent nightlight bulb takes the same amount of energy of 280 LED lamps, enough to power some 100 feet of holiday light strings. In addition, the energy savings are cumulative.

Another great way to make your winter lighting more energy efficient is to use a timer to turn the lights on at dusk and off at bedtime, so they don’t burn all night or haunt your beauty sleep by bleeding in through the windows. For safety’s sake, use only outdoor-rated lights, electrical cords and timers. Improper use of indoor-grade electricals outside could lead to unpleasant outcomes. House fires from electrical shorts are very common during the holiday season. Any gardening work involving ladders should include a spotter to steady the ladder and help balance the strands being hung. Plus, it is much more fun working together on such a pleasant project. Some families make hanging the holiday lights a Thanksgiving weekend tradition and burn off some turkey gravy calories in the exercise of toting the ladder around.

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unreliable, secondhand gossip from around the world* THE TODAY SHOW

In a shameless ratings grab (or a valiant act of public service), Matt Lauer and Al Roker both received prostate exams live on the air. The men agreed to the routine but invasive procedure in an effort to increase awareness of men’s health issues. Not to be outdone over at Good Morning America, Lara Spencer will be giving birth in a bathtub and George Stephanopoulos is having experimental heightening surgery next week.

KRISTEN BELL The Veronica Mars star had a small run-in with the paparazzi last week. She was walking through LAX when the flashes started popping. Bell was visibly disturbed by the media presence, shouting at photographers to stop taking her picture and making attempts to cover her head and face as she rushed to a waiting car. If you’re picturing her curled up in the back of the limo, muttering over and over that fame is so hard while her manager soothes her, I think you nailed it.

JOHN MAYER AND KATY PERRY Fans and friends are counting the days until the two make it official. It seems the womanizing crooner is finally ready to settle down with the Roar singer.

Mayer has dated everyone—and I mean everyone, from Jennifer Aniston to Taylor Swift—while Perry is moving on from a brief marriage and hasty divorce from B-list comic Russell Brand. Well, I tell you what, if these two crazy kids can’t make it work…

JUSTIN BIEBER Minor scandals have been following the young pop star as he travels across South America. After incidents of petty crime and public indecency, the latest tidbit to pop up is a video of Bieber sleeping taken by a rumored Brazilian prostitute. It’s not what you think. Apparently, the language barrier led to some confusion when Justin’s manager was trying to find a sitter to pay by the hour to watch him for the night. The video is just to show his mom that he’s down for his nap. * So don’t quote me

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

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Teen Mom SO SOMETHING FUNNY HAPPENED LAST week. It’s not earth-shattering or anything, but it did kind of creep up on me. Birthdays don’t exactly appear out of nowhere. On some level, we know when our kids’ birthdays are coming up. Punch’s big day shouldn’t have been a shock. We’ve been celebrating it for years, after all. I remember the first one vividly as it was the night of the infamous Bush-Gore presidential election, dimpled chads and all. Nevertheless, when he burst through the bedroom door that morning and announced, I’m a teenager! It hit me like a safe falling from a roof: I have three teenagers.

This is my favorite time of year for many reasons, but high on the list is that this is the one-month window when my poor familyplanning leaps to the fore: Cranky (15), Whiny (14) and Punch (13) are one birthday year apart.

And now that I have three teenagers, the three Ds (drinking, dating, driving) are all on the horizon—but not yet. Well, to the extent I’m still in denial about it, not yet. As I forge ahead with this parenting thing, sadly there’s no other direction in which to go, I am reminded every day that all I know is that I know nothing. Huh, Socrates must have been the father of something other than Western philosophy. For the record, here is what I do know about teenagers.

If you ever find yourself surrounded by a herd, this may help.

Teenagers are starving I vaguely remember worrying that my kids were so finicky that they were going to end up with rickets or scurvy. I used to fly airplanespoonfuls of mushy, indeterminate vegetables into their mouths, only to be met with a sealed-lip rejection. I called the pediatrician for supplement suggestions. (His new home number is unlisted.) Now, I come into the kitchen, and it’s as if a swarm of locusts has passed through while I slept. Entire boxes of cereal have been devoured, empty milk gallons scattered. I baked cookies the other day, and they never made it to the cooling rack, much less the plate. If I didn’t have the dirty bowl, I wouldn’t have known they existed.

Teenagers are unimpressed Very little impresses a teenager, and I have learned the hard way that attempts to do it backfire, as a special treat suddenly becomes the norm. Backstage passes for one concert make sitting in the audience at the next one ‘gross.’

After a visit to a box at a sporting event, perfectly good seats illicit a look akin to something one would make after smelling bad cheese. And I try to lend perspective, to give them a peek at all worlds, but with limited success. For now, I guess I can just be glad they haven’t had a chance to meet the Jolie-Pitt kids…yet.

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Teenagers are devious Do yourself a favor and don’t pick up that gauntlet. You might think you’re sneaky with your tracking app, but something tells me if my kids put as much effort into their studies as they did into making sure their whereabouts and communiqués were not monitored, their grades would be vastly improved. Unless you are employed redirecting satellites for NORAD, you can’t out-techno a teen.

Teenagers are insecure I don’t know how much we can do to help.

It’s easy to say you won’t judge until Cranky shows up one day with a piercing or a tat.

Teens are bullies and victims and outcasts and leaders and athletes and geeks and talkers and thinkers. I guess what I wasn’t really prepared to acknowledge is that teenagers are people: decision-making young adults. I’m not really sure what to do with that, but I better figure it out before they do it for me.

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THEATER REVIEW

BY DEBBIE BALDWIN

All is Lost

All is Calm

ALONE SURVIVOR RATING: 6 out of 10

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Five months after the outbreak of World War I, a number of British, French and German troops positioned in trenches alongside ‘no man’s land’ stopped their fighting for a brief but poignant period on Christmas Eve, 1914. Tentative and leery at first, they slowly emerged from their rat-infested trenches to extend holiday greetings to each other. They sang songs, exchanged simple gifts and even participated in an impromptu soccer game on the frozen terrain.

NE CAN’T HELP BUT immediately be struck by the striking similarity between this film and another Oscar contender, Gravity. Neither is a plot-driven film, and both feature a lone character fighting for survival against a powerful force of nature.

Instead of Sandra Bullock’s frenetic stream-of-consciousness chatter, here we have Robert Redford’s stoic sailor. For those of you who have thought that Redford is so spectacularly attractive you could just watch him for two hours, here’s your chance.

Billed only as ‘the man,’ Redford’s character sets out on a sailing trip off the African coast. When he collides with a drifting freight container, his vessel is damaged beyond repair. The man does everything to ensure his survival: repairs, distress calls, provisions. Eventually as the boat succumbs, the man is left adrift in a life raft at the mercy of the ocean.

Now, I feel obligated to warn you that the film is almost completely silent. Other than one or two lines of dialogue, a stirring soundtrack and the sounds of the elements, there is nothing. The audience can only imagine what the man is thinking as he confronts the possibility of death. Knowing that in advance might have spared the man in my screening from yelling, Why don’t you narrate so at least we would know what you’re thinking?! In any event, the film is a subtle acting exercise and a triumph of cinematography; it is also a tad ho-hum.

About Time

TIME OF YOUR LIFE RATING: 7 out of 10

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’M ALWAYS IFFY ABOUT time-travel movies—there’s always that over-analysis of plot points that strain the willing suspension of disbelief.

That being said, this romantic dra-medy employs time-travel as both a comedic device and a catalyst for the life lesson that is the film’s focus. So, in a way, the logic—or lack thereof—of traveling back in time to relive an event is less important than the bigger picture. That’s all a very wordy way of saying, Don’t think too much about it, just enjoy it.

Tim (Domhnall Gleeson) is a kind, unassuming, ‘openly ginger’ barrister living in London. When he learns he has the ability to travel through time, life gets interesting. He meets the beautiful Mary (Rachel McAdams) and falls for her instantly. But when he time-travels to fix a mishap for a friend, he erases their meeting. He must then employ trial and error to create another romantic opportunity. So his life goes on as he uses his ability to fix peoples’ lives. Tim’s father (Bill Nighy) also possesses the ability, but aside from his love and occasional advice, he leaves Tim to discover the advantages and pitfalls of his gift.

This movie isn’t perfect. Repeated scenes can be tedious and when every chapter can be rewritten, the audience approaches each scenario with a sense of dread. Nevertheless, this film is incredibly profound and heartwarming. It’s not earth-shattering, but it is a witty, entertaining, and touching story—and isn’t that the reason we go to the movies in the first place?

Later, they were admonished by superiors for this ‘breach’ of protocol in warfare, which was never repeated due to the threats of disciplinary action. But for those several hours, four years before the conclusion of ‘The War to End All Wars,’ soldiers on opposite sides of the conflict dared to show their humanity on a quiet battlefield.

HIGHLIGHTS Directed by Mustard Seed Theatre artistic director Deanna Jent, along with musical director Joe Schoen, this hauntingly beautiful and deceptively ‘simple’ one-hour musical is masterfully performed by a cast of 10 talented singers. The accomplished performers blend their diverse voices in affecting harmony to breathe new life into this century-old tale that is touching and inspirational.

Peter Rothstein, artistic director of Theatre Latte Da in Minneapolis, spent two years researching this true, historical incident at museums and libraries in Belgium and England. Collaborating with Erick Lichte and Timothy Takach, former members of the Minneapolis-based male, vocal chamber ensemble known as Cantus, they created the a cappella musical All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 in 2007.

COMPANY: Mustard Seed Theatre VENUE: Fontbonne Fine Arts Theatre, Big Bend and Wydown boulevards DATES: Nov. 15-17, 21-24 TICKETS: $20-$30; mustardseed theatre.com RATING: A 5 on a scale of 1-to-5.

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The script is based on letters and observations of men who served in those trenches, while the tunes are a collection of traditional carols and folk songs as well as melodies popular in the early 20th century.

Only momentarily does the performance drag. Always, though, it is quickly resuscitated with the rousing or touching delivery of songs by these 10 voices that form a cohesive unit with striking clarity. Truly an ensemble piece in the best definition of the word, All is Calm features each performer essaying a couple of historical figures, mostly unknown but all people whose innate goodness transcended the insanity around them.

A special nod goes to dialect coach Richard Lewis, whose efforts are handsomely realized in convincing efforts by Gary Glasgow, Christopher Hickey and J. Samuel Davis.

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Two of the area’s most popular food trucks are joining forces with craft brewery extraordinaire Perennial Artisan Ales to help the Bacott family, whose 6-month-old daughter, Lucy, is battling leukemia. The Cha Cha Chow and Completely Sauced trucks will be serving up their wares, and Perennial will be pouring their fine beers at a fundraiser scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Perennial’s tasting room, 8125 Michigan Ave. Tickets are $65, and can be purchased at lucyfeast.eventbrite.com.

The Stella Artois Chef Battle Royale Champions Showcase will take place this weekend, featuring three past champions of the Taste of St. Louis working with each other in a beer-based culinary demo.

Dishes created by chefs VITO RACANELLI, JACK MACMURRAY and WES JOHNSON will be paired with various beers from Anheuser-Busch; and each chef will work alongside the A-B brewmaster to explain the history of each beer, the brewing process and how the pairings work. The event will take place at the Hollywood Casino Ballroom in Maryland Heights tonight at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 17, at 4:30 p.m.

Admission is $45 per person. Visit hollywoodcasinostlouis.tix.com for tickets.

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A Bottle of Red...

BY SIDNEY LEWIS

ROBUST WINE BAR’S WEBSTER GROVES location has long been renowned for its fabulous wine selection, as well as the fine food coming out of the kitchen. Earlier this year, Robust ventured into the city for its second location, Robust Downtown at the MX. While the vibe is a bit different than the original, the menu and wine offerings at the new Robust remain top-notch.

Robust’s new space is the epitome of urbane class. The restaurant is on the corner of Washington Avenue and Seventh Street, and a plethora of tall windows makes for an abundance of people-watching. The decor is sleek and understated, and the location attracts a diverse crowd.

On our visit, the restaurant was bustling with a variety of folks, from hipsters to business types.

Although the menu has a selection of tempting larger plates like Seared Ribeye ($24) and a Colorado Lamb Shank ($22), Robust has long been associated with smaller plates, and that’s where we focused our attention. To start, a couple of cups of soup, the Robust Chowder ($6), and Chef’s Daily Soup ($5), a creamy, savory fennel potato creation. The chowder was chock-full of shrimp, chorizo and andouille sausage; and finished with a nice, slow spicy burn.

The Roasted Red Pepper Hummus ($8) was a tasty follow-up to the soups, a sizable, shareable portion of chickpea puree with feta and kalamata olives in addition to the namesake peppers, served with cucumbers and wedges of toasted pita.

Then, on to the Tasting Plates: The Sea Scallops ($14) featured tender jumbo scallops over a

caulifower-potato puree, topped with perfectly roasted Brussels sprouts.

The Shrimp & Grits ($14) was especially good, with tons of jumbo shrimp cooked with shallots, garlic, herbs and bits of bacon and corn swimming in buttery Parmesan grits.

Like the original, the new Robust’s menu is laid out according to ‘Robust Factor,’ which assigns numbers to different types of wines, from bubbly to sticky dessert wines, and then matches them with the various dishes. We’ve long been fans of this system, which really makes the menu easy to navigate.

Of course, we couldn’t visit Robust without indulging in wine. One of the real strengths of Robust’s menu is the wide selection of wine flights, allowing oneophiles and amateurs alike to taste around the wine list with ease. This time, we tried the flight of Take Me To Bed Reds ($17), a trio of hearty wines that included Can Blau, Trentadue ‘Old Patch Red’ and Tenuta Montati ‘Caburnio.’

The restaurant also has a small retail space for wine sales if you need a bottle to go. For those not used to navigating downtown, there are plenty of parking options, from valet to nearby garages and surface lots. Whether you’re just popping in for a glass of wine at happy hour or sitting down to a full meal, Robust at the MX has you covered.

635 Washington Ave., 287-6300, robustwinebar.com.

ROBUST PHOTO BY SARAH CROWDER

Fine-dining stalwart Tony’s restaurant will have a fresh look come 2014. In January, the restaurant will undergo 10,000-square-feet of renovations, including new flooring and lighting, as well as expanding the bar and rearranging artwork and furniture. The Wine and the Cherry rooms also will be updated.

SPACE Architecture + Design has signed on to do the renovations. “It’s time for a makeover,” says Tony’s executive chef VINCE BOMMARITO. “We elected to give Tony’s a face-lift to keep things fresh.” The last time the restaurant was renovated was eight years ago. Can’t wait to see the new look!

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Claverach Farm: Fields of Clover

BY DIANE ALT

PHOTOS BY SARAH CROWDER

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NOTHER PRODUCTION YEAR in the fields is winding down at Claverach Farm, but there’s a lot to look forward to in 2014 and beyond. For many years, Claverach Farm has had a presence at area farmers markets and as a produce supplier to a few of St. Louis’ popular restaurants, including Sidney Street Cafe, Stellina, Oceano Bistro and Farmhaus.

But in more recent years, operations on the Eureka farm have grown and expanded, with great promise for the future.

The farm’s beginnings take us back to Clayton, where John Boland, the great-grandfather of current Claverach Farm co-proprietor and farmer Sam Hilmer, was raised on the original Claverach Farm (now Claverach Park and home to a good number of Claytonians). According to Hilmer, Boland purchased the current property in Eureka in the 1890s and named it Boland Farm.

Fast-forward about a century when Hilmer returned from Tulane University with a degree in anthropology. “I was not formally trained in agriculture,” Hilmer notes. “But my study of anthropology really piqued my interest in food production in the sense that it looks at the different cultures and civilizations around the world, and part of that is eating.

I realized that I always loved to grow things, as we always had a garden here at the farm.” However, by the 1990s, the property was no longer a working farm—but that didn’t stop Hilmer. “I started to grow different vegetables, and one thing led to another,” he recalls. “I just thought, Wow! I could make a living growing food!, because a small garden grew into a larger garden, and that garden grew into a farm over a three- to four-year period in the late 1990s.”

Deciding on the name for the new operation wasn’t difficult. “The name Claverach Farm was certainly a nod toward our ancestry,” Hilmer explains, pointing out that ‘Claverach’ in Welsh means ‘clover field.’ “Clover is a plant that naturally grows here on the property, and because it’s a legume and will take nitrogen from the air and put it into the soil, we use it as a cover crop to enhance the fertility of the soil.”

Then, something really exciting happened: Hilmer hit the streets and started knocking on the doors of area chefs. “I explained to them what I was doing, and at the time, the concept of farm-to-table really wasn’t much of a big thing yet,” he says. “But I did find a few supportive chefs out there.”

Next, Hilmer, along with co-owner Joanna Duley, who oversees the greenhouse operations, began looking for a way to actually serve the crops of Claverach Farm on-site. The solution: Restore the 100-year-old barn that Hilmer played in as a child as a space to offer ‘Sunday Suppers at Claverach Farm.’ “In the spring of 2011, we brought in a series of chefs, whom we had worked with in the past, to get the ball rolling.” And the following year, Hilmer

Farm co-owners Sam Hilmer and Joanna Duley

and Duley took over the food preparation for the Sunday Suppers. “Joanna had worked in restaurants for about 15 years, so she had a lot of experience in restaurants and catering,” Hilmer recalls. “For me, when it comes to growing and cooking food, I am very passionate and have learned as I’ve gone along. So, we are basically two farmers who are very passionate about putting delicious food on plates!”

Sunday Suppers at Claverach Farm run seasonally from March through December, with one remaining 2013 event in its Solstice Supper on Dec. 22. Of course, what is served for dinner is seasonal, with crops that include potatoes, onions, shallots, garlic, tomatoes, greens, cucumbers, squash and herbs, as well as some more unusual crops like ‘Chicago Hardy’ fig, ‘marina di chioggia’ squash, ‘lacinato’ tuscan kale and wild arugula. “Sometimes, we don’t decide on our menu until two or three days before, because we want to serve what is growing fresh in the field at that moment,” Hilmer says.

Other aspects of the Sunday Suppers include communal tables with seating for about 80, familystyle service and live music.

Along with the farm-to-table fare served at the Sunday Suppers, Claverach Farm wines are gaining recognition. Hilmer clearly has put a lot of thought into the grapes that he grows and the wines that result. “It’s unusual because it’s almost like a nanoscale experiment in wine production, and we only keep what is delicious. The rest goes to our vinegar and saba (grape syrup) production.” Hilmer adds he is trying alternative farming methods to enhance the flavors of the grapes while utilizing an ideal soil for the vines. “Typically, 500 to 600 vines are planted per acre in Missouri,” he notes. We’re planting 2,500 to 3,000 vines per acre, and we’re finding that we get less fruit per vine but a much more concentrated flavor.”

At the moment, Claverach Farm’s wine is only served from kegs at its Sunday Suppers, going back to a traditional European-style of service. “When traveling in Europe and going to little taverns and pubs in little towns and villages, they have their local wines in kegs and in barrels sitting right on their bar tops, and that’s how they serve wine,” Continued on page 66

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Continued from page 65 Hilmer says. “So, it’s not a new idea.”

Overseeing the fields at Claverach Farm is a passion for Hilmer, but that passion certainly doesn’t end there. “I love having the ability to go out to the field and pick something that’s at its absolute, most perfect expression,” he explains.

“But then to prepare it with respect, put it on a plate and then to see peoples’ reactions—because a lot of people have never really experienced something like that before—that’s what keeps me motivated.”

In 2014, Claverach Farm will continue to grow with plans to add even more Sunday Supper dates to its calendar. To be added to its distribution list, contact the farm at claverachevents@gmail.com.

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AROUND TOWN

BY BRITTANY NAY

WHITAKER ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Cinema St. Louis will present more than 330 films and an appearance by Oscar-winning writer/director Oliver Stone, who will be given the Lifetime Achievement Award, discuss his career and screen his director’s cut of JFK on Nov. 22. Venues include Plaza Frontenac Cinema, Tivoli Theater, Washington University and Webster University.

289-4150 or cinemastlouis.org.

THROUGH 2/15

DUET DUET, an exhibition series pairing an artist from St. Louis and a complementary artist from another city, will feature Ruben Ochoa and B.J. Vogt in Grand Center’s new exhibition space at 3526 Washington Ave., Suite 300. An opening reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m.

Nov. 16. 310-614-7338.

11/15-16 RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES The internationally acclaimed Beatles’ concert tribute will play the legendary band’s hits, from I Want to Hold Your Hand to Hey Jude, at the Fox Theatre. Various times. $28 and up. 534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.

11/15-17 GODSPELL Stephen Schwartz’s Grammy Award-winning musical, Godspell, will take the Peabody Opera House stage. Various times. $27-$92. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.

11/16 AMY TAN Joy Luck Club author Amy Tan will sign and discuss her latest novel, The Valley of Amazement, at St. Louis County Library. 7 p.m. $30. 994-3300 or slcl.org.

11/16-17

11/20-23 REGINA CARTER QUARTET Jazz St. Louis presents the Regina Carter Quartet, known for its creative, futuristic performances, at Jazz at the Bistro. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $15$38. 289-4030 or jazzstl.org.

PINNOCHIO COCA presents the English-language premiere of Thèâtre Tout à Trac’s Pinocchio. Various times. $16$20. 725-6555 or cocastl.org.

DANCES OF INDIA The 36th annual performance of Dances of India will feature Secrets from the Indian Storybook brought to life through dance at Skip Viragh Center for the Arts. 7 p.m. Nov. 16; 3 p.m. Nov. 17. $15-$20. 9970911 or dancesofindiastlouis.org.

11/17 BEYOND ME: A SONG CYCLE IN THE KEY OF SURVIVAL Presented by The Holocaust Museum and Learning Center and the Jewish Community Center (JCC), the life of St. Louisan Rachel Goldman Miller will be celebrated through a musical theater piece created and performed by Suzanne Tanner at the JCC Staenberg Family Complex. 2 p.m. $18$36. 442-3711 or hmlc.org.

11/19 ROBERT GATES Maryville University’s St. Louis Speakers Series continues with former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, who now serves as chancellor of the College of William and Mary.

8 p.m. $285-$420, series subscription. 534-1700 or stlouisspeakersseries.org.

11/19-20 ST. LOUIS RAGTIMERS From ragtime to Dixieland jazz, the St. Louis Ragtimers will perform a set harkening back to the musical styles heard on old St. Louis riverboats, at The Sheldon Concert Hall. 10 a.m. $12-$15.

534-1111 or thesheldon.org.

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11/21 HANUKKAH CELEBRATION A special Hanukkah singing presentation and storytelling for children will be featured at the 20th annual Hanukkah Celebration at the Schnucks Ladue Crossing shopping center.

6:30 p.m. Free. 205-0800.

11/22-1/17 WILLEM DE LOOPER: ALL THAT JAZZ Dutch-born artist Willem de Looper’s paintings influenced by jazz music will be on display at The Atrium Gallery in the Central West End. An opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 22.

367-1076 or atriumgallery.net.

11/23

Gardenland Express

HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES 11/16 TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Taubman Prestige Outlets will host its inaugural tree lighting ceremony, with entertainment from The Muny Kids, TeamSTAGES and Ashleyliane Dance Company, as well as art activities and a visit from Santa, to kick off the holiday season. 2-8 p.m. taubmanprestigeoutlets.com.

11/16-17 HOLIDAY FARE WINE TRAIL Sip fine wines and savor festive fare along the Hermann Wine Trail. $30. 800-932-8687 or hermannwinetrail.com.

ANA VIDOVIC St. Louis Classical Guitar Society presents international award-winning Croatian classical guitarist Ana Vidovic at the Ethical Society.

8 p.m. $24-$28. guitarstlouis.net.

11/23-1/5 GARDENLAND EXPRESS: GATHERING FOR THE FEAST Edible plants, model trains and festive music will highlight the annual Gardenland Express holiday flower and train show at Missouri Botanical Garden.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. $4-$7. 577-5100 or mobot.org.

JIM GAFFIGAN Comedian and Dad is Fat author, Jim Gaffigan, will bring The White Bread Tour to the Peabody Opera House. 7 and 9:30 p.m. $40-$50. 800-745-3000 or peabodyoperahouse.com.

11/29-12/1 ROCK’N’ROLL CRAFT SHOW St. Louis’ alternative art, craft and music event returns with even more unique items from 120 artists and performances from local to national bands at Scottish Rite Cathedral in Grand Center. Various times. $3-$10. rocknrollcraftshow.com.

CHECK THIS OUT 11/19-12/1 SISTER ACT The Broadway musical comedy, Sister Act, featuring original music by eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken, will hit the Fox Theatre stage.

Various times. $25-$80. 534-1111 or fabulousfox.com.

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24. Cardinal’s aspiration, maybe 27. Antiquity, in antiquity 29. Dalai ___ 33. Flooded 34. Grammar topic 36. Exchange blows 37. TV producer (Whitney Houston), 1995 40. Sue Grafton’s ___ for Lawless 41. Handouts 42. Artist’s stand 43. Alone 45. Dear one?

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The American Cancer Society suggests making sure the smoker knows he or she can turn to loved ones for emotional support. Family and friends also can help the individual keep his or her mind off smoking by engaging in healthy, tobacco-free activities, and removing all ashtrays, lighters and other smoking paraphernalia from the house.

At the same time, it’s not helpful to nag, scold or tease someone who is trying to quit smoking. Instead, express your faith that your loved one can quit. Smoking cessation is a big deal, so celebrate the gateway to better health for the ex-smoker and for yourself!

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WOMEN’S FOUNDATION OF GREATER ST. LOUIS so important for kids,” she explains. “I wanted to support that movement of having women come together in order to improve the community.”

Part of the worldwide Women’s Funding Network, the foundation continually works to diversify its members in order to make the biggest impact throughout the community, Hendrickson says. “We are interested in having people all over society look at this problem of how women and girls sometimes face obstacles on the way to their goals. Collectively, we really can make a difference.”

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ST. LOUIS CAR MUSEUM & SALES Now offering Upholstery Services for Your Classic, Antique, Custom and Special Interest Autos Contact Kevin 314.993.1330 Or Kevin@stlouiscarmuseum.com

EDUCATION

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CLEANING SERVICES

Domestic Engineer Cleaning, Serving, Bartending, for this Season. Exc. refs.

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ENTERTAINMENT CLASSICAL GUITAR FOR YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY Varied styles are available as well as non holiday music. Monthly performances can be heard at Plaza Frontenac. Many Ref's.

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Do You Worry When Your Home Is Left Alone For An Extended Period of Time?

Wintering in Florida or a Long Trip We Check Your Home Inside & Out Preventing Costly Problems When You Are Away. Licensed Insured & Ref's. 314-210-1304

FINANCES LEARN HOW TO MAKE 12% INTEREST ON YOUR MONEY Virtually Risk Free!

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GUTTERS Contact Tony 314-413-2888

COMPUTER SERVICES FOR THE HOME

Service at your home: Transfer data to new PCs Fix problems with current PCs Day, evening, weekends available Call Mike at 636-675-7641 www.STLpcguy.com

CONCIERGE/ERRAND SERVICE

Heating & Cooling

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HOLIDAY HOLIDAY LIGHTING Installation & Maintenance.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT PATRICK INTERIOR FINISH Specializing In Home Remodeling, Carpentry, Dry Wall, Taping, Painting, Tiling & Hardwd Floors.

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PET SERVICES THE WELL BEHAVED PET....

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SITUATIONS WANTED

DISORGANIZED? STRESSED? MOVING? FILES IN SHAMBLES? Margery Miller & Assoc.

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Margery Miller & Assoc.

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Alison Brinker, Registered Dietitian 314-845-2709 SIMPLE MOVES We Specialize In Small Moves.

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TUCKPOINTING

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FRANKLIN FARMS AND VINEYARD Peaceful, Secluded Country Getaway. Historic 3000 sq ft home on 100 acres. Book your week or weekend with us on VRBO, FLIPKEY, AIRBNB, or Contact me at franklinfarms98@gmail.com or Call 573-680-0163

Vintage & Estate Jewelry WANTING TO BUY Looking to Buy Small or Large Collections of Vintage, Estate and Designer Signed Jewelry.

Francescas 314-412-6098

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Call Paul, 314-805-6102 or Mark, 314-805-7367

SKI KEYSTONE 4 BR, 3 BA, 2 car heated garage Settlers Creek townhouse available for the 2013/14 season. Development has clubhouse with heated pool and 2 hot tubs.

Call Chris at 314-503-8985 or email ctrmbly@aol.com for availability, rates and more details.

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BEAVER CREEK, CO Ritz Carlton at Batchelor Gulch 2BR, 3BA Ski In/Out Penthouse.

Available December 14-21 Includes Six Daily Ski Passes.

For More Information Call 314-452-0650 22 Years in Business!

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NAPLES CONDO Seasonal Rental Available at The Lausanne, on the Beach, 2BR, 2.5BA, 5th Floor, View of Gulf from each room. 3 MO Minimum.

Peg 314-822-9719

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COLLECTOR WISHES TO PURCHASE Gun Collections - Old and New Antiques of Any Type Fishing Tackle Call Steve Lapin 314-571-9427

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918 norrington way | southwest county 14 acres $3,350,000 greek revival equestrian estate with barn, paddock & cottage.

the crescent | clayton no. 905 2 bedrooms, 2½ baths $2,495,000 no. 907 3 bedrooms, 3½ baths $1,650,000 custom penthouses offer the highest standards in luxury.

new listing!

new price!

new listing!

457 osage ridge road | augusta 183 acres $1,676,000 gorgeous bernoudy home in augusta wine country.

4,000 sq. ft. of stylish main & lower level living space.

19217 brookhollow drive | wildwood 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $1,450,000 country estate on almost 6 acres of manicured grounds including a fabulous pool & tennis court.

10822 kennerly road | sunset hills 4 bedrooms, 4½ baths $999,000 this truly unique home offers many extras, including an indoor pool, 2 wine cellars, catering kitchen, plus more!

673 pine cone ct. | town and country 4 bedrooms, 3 full & 2 half baths $979,000 special home offers 2 master bedroom suites, 6,749 sq. ft. plus expansive lower level & updated kitchen.

7201 greenway avenue | university city 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths $889,900 this true architectural treasure is prominently situated on one of the largest lots in university hills.

21 kingsbury place | central west end 6 bedrooms, 3½ baths $649,000 outstanding architectural details highlight this gracious home. french doors open to rear garden & pool.

7430 kingsbury blvd. | university city 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths $599,900 a perfect storybook home! masterfully rehabbed home in premier community. designer kitchen & baths.

2311 saint clair avenue | brentwood 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $589,900 beautifully updated home with 3-level addition & many environmentally friendly features. new family room.

1281 lay road | ladue 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths $547,000 beautifully updated with gourmet kitchen. hardwood floors on 1st & 2nd floors. Large LL rec/family room.

3 sunnymeade | ladue 4 bedrooms, 3 baths $498,000 bright cottage sits on a nearly ½-acre private lot. beautifully updated, large eat-in kitchen. finished lower level.

4909 laclede avenue #1205 | central west end 1 bedroom, 1½ baths $365,000 enjoy carefree living in this park east tower residence.

The open floor plan compliments a modern lifestyle.

14 n. kingshighway #10 | central west end 2 bedrooms, 2 baths $337,500 perfectly restored & meticulously maintained home across from forest park. historic building.

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new listing!

3454 pestalozzi | south city 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths $259,900 totally renovated home retains many of its historic features. Just two blocks from tower grove park.

703 north 13th st #206 | downtown 2 bedrooms, 2 baths $235,000 exquisitely designed loft with exposed beams & brick walls, open floor plan & state-of-the-art kitchen.

Stephanie bahn

bob fletcher

alex thornhill

erica willert

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new listing!

8001 teasdale avenue | university city 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $299,000 charming home located in walkable distance to clayton.

Hardwood floors on 1st floor. Screened porch.

8730 teasdale | university city 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $289,900 lovingly maintained ranch with formal living & dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, 2 fireplaces & covered porch.

See all of our listings at www.dielmannsothebysrealty.com